Trail Running calendar near Mechanicsville 2026-2027

A looped trail event in Prince William Forest Park offering 100 mile, 100K and 50K options on mostly single track with staffed aid stations, time limits, and an entry cap of 300 runners.

Experience the beauty of Fountainhead Regional Park on a course featuring hiking trails and dirt roads. With two distance options and a dedicated program for kids, this event offers a complete day of trail running near the Occoquan Reservoi..

A VHTRC holiday time 50k out and back on the Bull Run-Occoquan Trail from Hemlock Overlook to Fountainhead, with four aid stations and a GPX file for navigation. Entry includes lodge access, stocked aid stations, and a catered after party f..

A scenic trail event at Burke Lake Park on December 24, 2026, offering 5K and 10K distances plus virtual entry options with medals and shirts. Walkers are welcome.

A 31.7 mile New Year event in Prince William Forest Park run as three loops on groomed trails and some gravel roads. Unmanned aid at the start and finish is supplied by participants and entry is limited to 120.

Experience a scenic out and back half marathon on the flat and smooth Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail. Enjoy a unique post race campfire with roasted donuts and earn a custom finisher medal.

A trail 5K on February 20, 2027 at the Wicomico Ranger Station in Parsonsburg, MD that raises funds for 4STEPS therapeutic riding programs, with age/gender prizes in Amazon gift cards and a $32 registration fee.

A 50 km trail run at Hashawha Environmental Center in Westminster MD, featuring varied single-track, open fields, stream crossings and 5 aid stations. Entry for 2027 uses a lottery opening January 1, with indoor facilities and hot post-race..

A backyard ultra in Lorton, VA featuring repeated 4.167-mile loops until one runner remains. The event offers close crew access, chef-supported aid, a 65-runner field, and rolling entry via Ultrasignup.

A 14 mile untimed point to point trail run along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail that starts at one Sheetz and finishes at another. The event features unusual aid station snacks and practical finisher swag.

Run to Remember at Piney Run Park in Sykesville uses a 5.25 mile loop for 50K, 25K, a 5 mile race and an 8 hour challenge, with aid stations and commemorative gear included; proceeds support club programs and cancer research.

A 100-mile ultramarathon on the C&O Canal towpath near the Potomac River, featuring one 40-mile loop and two 30-mile loops, staffed aid stations, low-elevation terrain, and volunteer support.

A trail run of about 10k that features roots, gravel, rough terrain and low hanging branches. Water stops are self serve and participants must bring their own hydration; wave starts are used to manage trail volume.

A 24 hour Backyard format run on a 4.167 mile loop at Meadowood Special Recreation Area near Lorton, Virginia. Runners complete hourly loops with a 24 hour 100 mile limit and one shared aid station under a horse pavilion.